Zomi Youth Development

10/14/2026

📝 Mastering the Application: From Draft to Submission

You’ve worked hard on your essays, but how do you bring everything together into a strong college application? From organizing your materials to checking the final details, a little planning can make the process feel much more manageable.

Join our next Zomi College Mentorship Program session with Sianhuai (UPenn) and Liannu (WashU, current MD/PhD student at the Medical College of Wisconsin)! We’ll discuss strengthening your application, managing deadlines, and avoiding common mistakes before hitting submit.

🗓 Sunday, October 18, 2026
⏰ 8 PM CT / 9 PM ET

Whether you’re still putting the pieces together or getting ready to submit, bring your questions and invite a friend!

Haven’t signed up yet? Use the link in our bio or sign up here:
https://tinyurl.com/YDmentorship

10/13/2026

Big dreams. Real questions. You don’t have to figure it all out alone. 🎓

Our Graduate Mentorship Program returns November 1!

Zomi college students and recent graduates considering education beyond undergrad, this is for you. Join us for honest conversations with guest speakers.

💭 Do I belong here?
💭 Am I aiming high enough?
💭 How do I pursue my own goals while honoring my family?
💭 How do I find opportunities and handle rejection?

You don’t need to have everything figured out. Bring your questions, your hopes, and a
willingness to take the next step.

📅 Starting November 1
✨ Sign up today and share this with someone who could use the encouragement!
🔗 Registration link in bio or here: https://tinyurl.com/YDGradMentorship

10/08/2026

October 11, 2026: Session 4

✍ Write Your Way In: Crafting Essays that Stand Out

Did you know your essays could be one of the most important parts of your college application?

When done well, they can bring your story to life and show colleges who you are beyond your grades and test scores.

Join our next Zomi College Mentorship Program session with Lian Pu (MIT) and Langh (Colgate College)! We’ll discuss choosing meaningful essay topics, finding your authentic voice, and crafting essays that help you stand out.

🗓 Sunday, October 11, 2026
⏰ 8 PM CT / 9 PM ET

Whether you’re brainstorming ideas or polishing your first draft, bring your questions and invite a friend!

Haven’t signed up yet? Use the link in our bio or sign up here:
https://tinyurl.com/YDmentorship

10/01/2026

🌟 Showcase Your Best Self:Extracurriculars that Shine

How can you turn your interests into meaningful experiences outside the classroom?

Join our next Zomi College Mentorship Program session with La Tuang (Stanford University) and Simon Sang (Colby College)!

We’ll discuss choosing activities you care about, taking initiative, and highlighting your contributions in your college applications.

🗓 Sunday, October 4, 2026
⏰ 8 PM CT / 9 PM ET

Whether you’re exploring your interests or getting ready to apply, bring your questions and invite a friend!

Haven’t signed up yet? Use the link in our bio or sign up here:
https://tinyurl.com/YDmentorship

09/26/2026

09/24/2026

📚 Master Your Academics: Grades and Test Scores

Join us for the next Zomi College Mentorship Program session with Theihpi (Northwestern
University) and Lunpi (Johns Hopkins University)!

Both were high school valedictorians and will share their experiences and practical advice on building strong study habits, earning better grades, and preparing for standardized tests.

🗓 Sunday at 8 PM CT / 9 PM ET

Bring your questions and come ready to learn!

Haven’t signed up yet? Use the link in our bio or sign up here:
https://tinyurl.com/YDmentorship

09/17/2026

What does it take to get into college, and what can you expect once you’re there?

Join the Zomi College Mentorship Program this Sunday as we welcome Shawn Lee, an
admissions officer at Northeastern University, and Alex Hoyt, an assistant dean at MIT, for a conversation about college admissions and campus life.

Bring your questions and hear directly from people who help students navigate these
steps.

This Sunday at 8 PM CT / 9 PM ET. We’d love to see you there!

Haven’t signed up yet? Use the link in our bio or sign up here:
https://tinyurl.com/YDmentorship

09/13/2026

YD Education Department
Mentorship program & ELL program makai te tawh holimna.
Host: Zo Bawi

09/13/2026

Our college mentorship program kicks off tonight! 🎉
Join us for orientation and a preview of what’s ahead. You’ll meet the YD Mentorship
Team and connect with students from across the United States!
We’re also excited to welcome our guest speaker, Rosy Lun Sian Zuun. A member of our
very first mentorship cohort and now a college graduate, Rosy will share her journey and
advice for students preparing for college.
There’s still time to join! Sign up through the Google Form linked in Zomi Youth Development | YD’s bio.

See you tonight at 8PM CST

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQQlfi2jiZHFiDEY_CkIRt2YAo6wDO00qxiVnawPjDh1m9mQ/viewform?usp=header

09/13/2026

Today is the start of the college mentorship program!!
In tonight’s meeting, we’ll have an orientation and a quick preview of the mentorship
program. You’ll also have the opportunity to meet the YD Mentorship Team and connect
with fellow peers from across the United States!
You can still sign up using the google form on Zomi Youth Development | YD bio.
See you tonight at 8PM CST

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQQlfi2jiZHFiDEY_CkIRt2YAo6wDO00qxiVnawPjDh1m9mQ/viewform?usp=header